Meropenem

Other names: Merrem, Merrem IV

Categories: Prescription Medication

Description:

Meropenem is a broad-spectrum carbapenem antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections, including severe aspiration pneumonia. It provides excellent coverage against gram-positive, gram-negative, and anaerobic organisms, making it especially useful when complications such as lung abscess, empyema, or necrotizing infection are suspected. Compared with imipenem-cilastatin, meropenem is generally better tolerated and carries a lower risk of seizures, particularly in patients with renal impairment or CNS disease. Because of its potency, meropenem is typically reserved for critically ill or hospitalized patients, while narrower agents are preferred for uncomplicated cases.

Treatment For:

Pneumonia, Aspiration

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Dr. Curbside

September 9, 2025

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Meropenem is selected for aspiration pneumonia when very broad coverage is needed, including resistant gram-negative organisms and anaerobes. It is particularly valuable in critically ill patients or when complications such as abscess, empyema, or necrotizing infection are suspected. Compared with imipenem, meropenem has a lower risk of seizures, making it safer in patients with renal impairment or CNS disease.

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